I'm so happy being trained by Jacob. My train had moved and I wasn't sure I'd find someone that I…read morecould have a good time with while I was training hard, for my health, mind and my body. Not only is he a really good trainer, he makes me laugh and he has great wisdom. Thank you Jacob being an important part of my journey. Vivian Vivian

Bevon's cycle class is pure motivation. His energy is infectious, the music is perfectly curated,…read moreand every session pushes me to be my best. I always leave feeling stronger, inspired, and ready to take on anything.

Needs a revamping bad (equipment and organization). I do like going here to get shots up though.read more

It is a nice place to lift weights and shoot some hoops. It's mostly older, polite, quiet people…read more Polite staff that minds it's business. Used to have a great indoor pool but it has been broken for some time and will remain so for another year I think. The only problem is that they often keep the weight rooms and gymnaisum extremely hot. Not only is it a waste of tax dollars, it is very uncomfortable. Otherwise I'd give it five stars for sure.

Stopped in here during vacation and got a day pass for $10. This is a no frills bodybuilder gym…read moremeant for serious athletes. Lots of average joes there too, but mostly a bunch of gym rat types. This is not a sauna and spa gym. This is a weights, chalk, squat rack and Dumbbells that go up much higher than I can lift (120+). I am a physique competitor so I enjoy the atmosphere, but it is definitely not for everyone and those who prefer a more relaxed comfortable gym will probably not feel quite at home though everyone is very friendly. Hope you like heavy metal hardcore music like korn, godsmack, disturbed, chevelle, alien ant farm, saliva because that is what will be playing during your workout. It wasn't too loud though so didn't mind. Even through I prefer EDM to workout. My friend Jimmy felt it was a pretty hardcore gym and while it wasn't exactly his cup of tea he had a good workout. They have a nice supplement cooler as well with protein, pre workouts, and other supplements. Prices are fair $3-4 for a protein drink, $4 for a pre workout, $2 power bars etc. It was pretty empty in there, it was a bit hot though -- fan cooled on a hot Virginia day is bound to make you sweat. They did have air conditioning though but it was definitely not on full blast. In summary: great no frills gym for serious lifters, and guys who want the "muscle" vibe. I did see on the wall an ad for Zumba and it looked like there was a group exercise studio in the back. So some fit moms may like it here too.

Great gym old school and perfect for a good solid full body workout. Honestly miss more gyms like…read morethis. Worth every dollar I spent ....

LOUD MUSIC Rap and heavy metal.... not for me…read moreOwner doesn't reply to emails or phone calls No customer service uneven AC NO SOCAL DISTANCING/// OR MASKS, EVEN BY MANAGEMENT/OWNER machine next to machine. I was terminated due to the fact I asked the music to be lowered. Could hear what I was listening to through headphones. He could have handled this topic differently. I am shocked. Lots of members talking 6-8 feet from each other. I didn't care to hear their conversations. I went there because it was convenient, but the YMCA has 6 floors, a huge pool, NO MUSIC OR LOUD PEOPLE.

The owners have the audacity to ask to continue billing members during COVID when the gyms were…read moreclosed. I have attempted to reach the owners Evan and Rob for several months now and have been completely stonewalled. In fact the owners have never once reached back to me, even after I've contacted corporate to have their assistance in contacting this gym. I have been stonewalled for months. This establishment continues to bill me, when I have not set foot in the gym for over half a year due to COVID. I no longer even live in Virginia! They have failed to provide me a copy of my contract upon request.

Okay, I thought I was going to hate it here. I go to gyms across the country because of my job so I…read morefeel pretty confident saying that this is one of the best places I've ever gone to. The gym is HUGE and has a ton of equipment with areas for every lifting style (Olympic, CrossFit, and bodybuilding). It is pretty overwhelming at first but the layout is well thought out and functional so you can find what you want pretty quickly. Huge perk: You can access the gym 24/7. Even though I've been lifting for a long time, I initially felt very intimidated by all the obviously fit people there. Let me tell you, I have not had any bad experiences! In the contract, there's a line specifically banning a**hole behavior. Haha If you are in Norfolk and need a clean, well equipped, safe gym to go to, look no further!!

The indian lady at the front desk lacks basic customer service skills, was extremely rude, and…read morehighly unprofessional. After my first and LAST encounter with her I left immediately and I won't be returning.

Been going here for years and I'll never go anywhere else. Andre is so kind and fun to be around,…read morehe also helped me lose 50 pounds which is neat!

Amazing gym great family vibe the owner is awesome with all of the lifters inside and outside of…read morethe gym. Company also does A lot for the local powerlifting sport.

Fantastic gym for true lifers who need the basics and then some. I powerlift and it had all I…read moreneeded. Squat racks, platform, barbells, benches. Also has some rare hard to find items I like to use. Very nicely kept, clean, organized. 3 levels of gym space designed by room and floor for upper and lower body and cardio plus functional sports training type exercise. Danny is an awesome owner and person. Super kind and very friendly to speak to. Hooked me up solid with a 3 day pass while in town for a conference near by. Way cool. Great gym for locals and tourists or just passing by.

It's a nice gym, but honestly not worth the price of $40 a month for what you get. You get less…read morethan planet fitness but pay 3x as much OR 2x as much if you want tanning, massages, another friend, etc. I go there because I work downtown and am lazy af. Otherwise, I'd go to the planet fitness near me if I didn't hate the idea of working out after or before work (I do it on my lunch break). So yeah, take that how you choose.

First, let me say that I have not actually used this gym yet, but I had such a positive…read moreintroduction and sign-up experience I just had to leave this comment. My Medigap supplement policy offers a free gym membership and this AF location is about a mile from my house, so I decided to give them a shot. I was greeted by the manager, Ali, who was just as personable and professional as she could be. The registration process was straightforward and Ali answered all my questions. She then gave me a tour of the gym which was larger than I expected, nicely organized, and very clean. At my age, I will probably be focused mostly on cardio (treadmill and cycle), but the gym was well equipped with various machines and free weights. There were also several bathrooms, including some with showers. As I left, I was given my key fob for member access 24/7. If using this gym is anything like my initial impression, it will more than meet my expectations.

Well equipped and spacious except in the free weights area. I definitely recommend a better…read morelighting all around this place. It was very dark and not motivating to workout at. And also the pricing for month to month membership is horrible after their military discount! Considering that the location is near the base and many service member prefers that option for deployments purposes, $70 is WAYYY too much!

Ghent Fit is hands down 5-stars! You get personal attention in a clean well appointed gym with…read moreseparate training rooms. I happen to be partial to Alex (my amazing trainer) but everyone of the trainers and staff are extremely warm and welcoming, making you feel right at home as soon as you walk in. I was impressed to learn there are no "beginner" trainers here. They each have a background in fitness and are experienced and educated in their field. They take clients at all ages and levels of fitness, but if you're just starting out, like me, this is the place to come. There is absolutely no judgement or reason to be self conscious. They take you "as is" and are eager to craft a personalized workout, according to your goals, history, abilities and any health concerns your dealing with. They take the time to understand your unique needs and abilities. I love how Alex is able to explain the mechanics of a movement and that he's very focused on correct form, in order to get the most out of an exercise and avoid injury. He makes my workouts challenging, but also reigns me in when I get too eager to take on more than I'm ready for. Another plus that impressed me is the effort they make to take care of clients practical needs- showers, towels, soaps, shampoo, etc. They've even offered a stretch lab and a sound bath experience since I've been here, free to clients, both of which I really enjoyed. This is certainly not your run of the mill, box gym. The pricing is extremely reasonable for the quality of personalized attention, the well appointed equipment, clean space and the amenities you receive. I have had an amazing experience at Ghent Fit and would highly recommend it! - Stephie

Four years ago, I joined Ghent Fit to break the cycle of yo-yo dieting. As someone who felt…read moreintimidated by free weights in a public setting, their private training rooms were a total game-changer for my confidence. ​I've been training with Alex for the last year and a half, and his expertise has been invaluable. He coached me through a 45lb weight loss this year, all while helping me consistently build muscle. Alex is a master of adaptation--he tailors every session to my energy, sleep levels, and physical capability ensuring I get an effective workout even on my toughest days. I originally came for the weight loss, but I stay for the strength and balance. I cannot recommend Ghent Fit's personalized approach enough!

The student rec center is a HUGE sports center that caters to students and members of the community…read moreof all abilities. All activities are scheduled so don't forget to check the ODU web site before venturing over. From the pool to the locker rooms everything is kept neat and clean. There is ample parking here but it may be a short walk to the facility. There is so much to see and do at the SRC. There is always a practice, or game happening. The students, employees, and volunteers are friendly and very helpful if you need help navigating the SRC. Happy Sporting Yeeps!!!

I usually go to the rec centers in VB cuz I live in VB area but since I'm an Odu student and the…read moremembership is included in my tuition, so why not use it you know. I'm not sure if there's a parking lot near this place but I just park at the garage where the parking office is, it should be a 5-10 min walk(Walking with friends talking gossip stuff maybe 20 mins lol). The check-in process was fast, for first-timers, you'll have to go to the desl and they'll show you how to register, as I remember you have to put your hands on the check-in thing 3 times then you're good to go. Well they'll teach you. After that you just have to punch in your UIN then put your hands on the check-in thing then you're good to go. I didn't have time to use the machines but they look amazing and new, and there is a big variety of machines. There's also a track on the secomd floor for people to jog. And there's a swimming pool, a climbing wall(not always open, look for the schedule online), many rooms for classes(some of them are free, look for them online), squash rackets etc. There's a place where you can rent all the equipment to play, I came here to play basketball so I rent a basketball, and it is a Nike. The reason I took one star off is because of the basketball court. Although it is huge and I like how they put a thing to block the farthest court so the intense games on the other side won't worry about us the chill people having our ball rolling into their court, the floor is slippery, which means it is dirty. The floor is also weird because the ball won't bounce back, I guess they are some cheap materials. Overall, it is a good recreation center to workout, especially it's free for students so you cannot ask for more.